🚀 Revolutionising Education: Michael Oerder's Innovative AI Tutors with Mindjoy 🌟
At Mindjoy, we're always excited to see educators pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the classroom. This week we sat down with a bunch of cutting-edge educators using Mindjoy in the classroom to supercharge their leaning. Today, we're thrilled to spotlight Michael Oerder, an innovative teacher who's harnessing the power of Mindjoy to create game-changing AI tutors. Get ready to be inspired by how Michael is transforming education!
Michael's AI Tutor Trifecta 🏆
Michael has developed many groundbreaking AI tutors that are reshaping how teachers work and students learn, and he shared three of the most impactful with us in our call. Let's dive into each of these amazing innovations!
📝 Lightning-Fast Report Writer
Remember the days of spending entire weekends writing student reports? Michael's Report Writing Tutor is here to change that!
- Teachers rate students on six categories using a simple 1-5 scale
- The AI automatically generates unique, personalised comments for each student
- What used to take two days now takes just 30 minutes!
One teacher exclaimed, "We absolutely loved it!" Who wouldn't love getting their weekend back?
Real-world impact:
Michael shared that the initial reaction from teachers was skepticism. "They couldn't believe it would work," he told us. But after the first round of reports, the mood shifted dramatically. Teachers found themselves with extra time to focus on lesson planning and individual student needs.
One unexpected benefit? Reduced stress levels among staff. Making the end-of-term rush feels manageable, "It's not just about saving time; it's about preserving our teachers' wellbeing."
✍️ Essay Marking Made Easy
For those who dread marking essays (let's be honest, who doesn't?), Michael's Essay Marking Tutor is a lifesaver:
- Teachers input rubrics and marking guidelines
- The AI analyses and marks the entire essay, even handwritten ones!
- It provides specific feedback linked to the rubric, including quotes showing where students would lose marks
The tutor's main goal is to allow student to upload practice essays and get feedback without adding to a teachers workload, meaning that the final - teacher led - grading can be on a final draft rather than the first pass.
In a test case, the AI's marking closely matched standardised government marking. Talk about accuracy!
Classroom revelations:
The Essay Marking Tutor has been a game-changer, especially for subjects like Life Orientation where essay writing is crucial. Michael observed, that teachers were initially concerned about the AI understanding nuanced arguments. But it's proven itself at grasping context and providing insightful feedback.
An unexpected benefit has been the tutor's ability to handle handwritten essays. It's opened up possibilities for in-class essays and exams to be marked quickly, providing students with faster feedback loops.
🥊 "Fight Me" Discussion Bot
Want to spice up your students' debate skills? Michael's "Fight Me" bot is here to throw down:
- Students choose topics they're passionate about (veganism, cats vs. dogs, you name it!)
- They engage in lively debates with the AI bot
- Students can be as aggressive as they want, and the bot matches their energy
One student was so engaged, they sent 178 messages to the bot over five days. Now that's what we call student involvement!
Debating the bot:
The "Fight Me" bot has taken on a life of its own in Michael's school. "We were a bit nervous about letting students be 'aggressive' with the bot," Michael confessed. It's actually teaching them about respectful disagreement and backing up arguments with facts.
The bot's ability to match students' energy levels has been crucial and one unexpected outcome? Improved research skills. "Students quickly learned that to 'win' against the bot, they needed solid evidence," Michael shared. "We're seeing them voluntarily diving into research to strengthen their arguments."
Why Michael's Tutors are Game-Changers 🎮
Michael's innovative use of Mindjoy isn't just cool—it's transforming education:
- Time-Saving: Teachers can focus on what matters most—teaching!
- Personalised Learning: Students get tailored feedback and experiences
- Engagement Boost: Learning becomes interactive and fun
- Skill Development: From writing to debating, students sharpen crucial skills
Ready to Innovate Like Michael? 🚀
Michael's success story shows the incredible potential of Mindjoy in the hands of creative educators. Whether you're looking to streamline grading, enhance feedback, or create engaging learning experiences, Mindjoy is your canvas for innovation.
Why not give it a try today? We can't wait to see the amazing ways you'll use Mindjoy to transform your classroom! 🌟
🚀 Experience the power of Mindjoy now and take your teaching to the next level! 📚
